Valentine's Cookie Pops - FINISHED!

I am glad to say that I have finally finished this half day project! I almost lost my mind today trying to get these cookies pops iced. I knew I was in for a long day after working with the first cookies for about 15 minutes. Being a perfectionist doesn't help things. But, I think they turned out pretty fabulous for my first time to try it. So here is the finished product ready to go to preschool tomorrow. My valentine cookie pop bouquet!

So the glace icing is just the best for making that shiny finish on cookies. I just love the way it looks. But, trying to pipe with it is not so easy. If the consistency is too thin, it will not hold its shape very well. If its a little thick, its kind of hard to manage. So, my piping wasn't "perfect", but I figured 5 yr. olds won't care. My favorite was hearts with the dots.

Very simple, but so, so cute! I also had a great time trying my hand at some "artwork" with the cookies. I blended the red and pink icing with a toothpick and even managed to draw a cute little heart on a couple of them.

And, just so you don't think I'm that amazing, I'm even including a picture of one of the cookies I managed to mess up pretty good.

Trust me, it looked worse in person. So, there you have it. If you ever want to get crazy and try your hand at these yourself, feel free to call me if you want some tips. You may go temporarily insane, but it's worth the trip!

Just one more thing I wanted to mention. I really do enjoy this kind of creative outlet, even if it drives me nuts getting through it. I don't do it to impress other Moms at school or the teachers. It's just me being me. I love a challenge in the kitchen and a creative one at that. So there. Don't feel like you need to do this for your kiddos if YOU don't ENJOY it. Much love from the Queen!